Moving to Vietnam

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO VIETNAM

• Passport (original)
• Inventory (two copies, legible in English and detailed , PBO “Packed By Owner” not acceptable)
• For electronic items note the brand, model and serial number
• Loading sheet showing item numbers in each liftvan
• Copy of government work permit showing that the Customer’s company or organization is authorized to set up a company in Vietnam
• If the Customer does not have this government work permit, the shipment can not be cleared to enter the country
• Copy of airport Customs declaration retained by Customer’s last entry
• Letter authorizing Destination Agent to handle Customs clearance on Customer’s company letterhead
• Customers name as written on all packages and documents is the same as shown in his/her passport

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• Customer has to be in Vietnam for Customs clearance for both air and sea shipments, passport required for Customs clearance
• Customers are allowed only one air and one surface shipment
• Customs inspects 100% of all shipments
• All items must be “used”

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• Luxury goods, including TV’s, stereos, computers, radios, VCRs, cassette recorders, motorcycles, automobiles, tobacco, alcohol and foodstuff are heavily taxed
• Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products must be on inventory with exact number of bottles and type of alcohol and quantity of tobacco. If you wish to import alcohol it is advisable that it be less than two cases.
• Cultural items such as books, compact discs, video and cassette tapes, video recorders, computer discs, calendars and document files will be inspected by the Cultural Department (these items should be listed clearly on the packing list with the quantity of each item) or it is recommended the Customer bring CD’s, cassette tapes, and radio tapes as accompanied baggage
• The charge for inspecting these items are for the Customer’s account
• Medicine (must provide prescription)
• Electrical and electronic items are dutiable and note brand, model and serial number on inventory
• Telephones and fax machines require an Import License and must be registered in Vietnam
• Unauthorized use of these items can result in fines and confiscation
• Antiques brought into Vietnam should be photographed at origin and declared to Customs upon arrival to avoid any problems at time of export from Vietnam

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Firearms and ammunition
• Narcotics
• Pornographic, cultural or politically sensitive material
• Radio transmitters
• Satellite dishes
• Any political or historical books about Vietnam
• Vietnamese Government will confiscate above items if imported

MOTOR VEHICLES

• All autos must be new (less than 100 km) and left-hand drive
• Motor vehicles for diplomatic/international organizations, and under terms of certain foreign investment licenses can be imported duty free. All others are subject to 150% duty, the value as assessed by customs officials
• Motorcycles are strictly limited to those of 125cc engine size or smaller
• An Import Permit is required
• Certificate of Registration
• Car papers

PETS

• Pets are duty-free
• Documents required:
  • Rabies vaccination papers
  • Health Certificate (not more than seven days old)
  • Sanitary Certificate
  • Letter authorizing Destination Agent to handle Customs clearance on Customer’s behalf
  • Provide Destination Agent with the type of pet, name, breed, sex, color, size or weight and age of the animal
• There are currently no acceptable kennels for domestic pets in Vietnam, so plan pets’ arrival accordingly.

NOTE – customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to Venezuela

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO VENEZUELA

• Original Passport proving that the customer has been abroad for a continuous period of six months
• Customer must have a resident visa or transit visa stamped in his passport (must have one for import of household goods and one for importing of an auto)
• Work Permit
• “Certificado de Uso” (Certificate of Use) original in Spanish, obtained from the Venezuelan Consulate at origin
• Inventory in Spanish or English, consularized at origin (Do not show values!)
  • Must be detailed and identify dutiable items
  • Must state exact contents of all cartons (PBO – “packed by owner” and “miscellaneous” should be specified)
• Documentation is strongly enforced by customs officials. If one does not abide by the regulations, then high duties may result.Customs clearance takes approximately five to eight working days. Fines will apply when the customs entry is made later than five days after the arrival of the shipments. Documents should be sent by DHL or FedEx to arrive in Venezuela well in advance of vessel. This is important to avoid accrual of fines.Documentation for Diplomats
  • Valid diplomatic passport showing entry stamp
  • Original OBL or AWB
  • Diplomatic exoneration issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• Shipments must arrive within six months of owner
• Used household goods and personal effects are duty-free provided they are used and have been in owner’s possession for a continuous period of six months

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• New items are dutiable – invoices required
• Only one of each type of electrical appliance allowed
• Alcoholic beverages (Import License required)
• Paper products such as paper towels, laundry, bathroom and kitchen supplies

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• All firearms and weapons (even if only ornamental) require a special license
• Ammunition
• Narcotics and drugs
• Inflammable chemical products, fungicides, fertilizers, etc.
• Pornographic materials
• Foodstuff
• New furniture
• Tobacco products
• Liquor of any amount

MOTOR VEHICLES

• Used autos are permitted duty-free provided:
• ONLY VENEZUELANS OR RETURNING RESIDENTS CAN BRING USED AUTOS INTO VENEZUELA
• TR3 and TR5 Visa bearers are not considered as residents and cannot import used autos
• Customer must have stayed abroad for at least one year prior to shipping auto
• Auto must have been owned and used by the customer for a minimum of at least 11 months in the country of origin
• Auto must be the used personal property of the owner and be registered in his name by the authorities in the country of origin
• One auto imported per customer and valued under US$20,000. If over $20,000 duties assessed approximately 35% of CIF value.
• Used auto must be one that is produced or assembled in Venezuela
• New autos are dutiable and must be imported the same year the auto was manufactured
• The auto odometer must not read more than 100 miles
• Owners of new autos being imported must be returning Venezuelan citizens or must hold a visa to reside in Venezuela
• Customer must be at least 18 years old
• Documents required:
  • Residence Visa for owner
  • Passport
  • Certificate of Ownership
  • Original commercial invoice and registration title stamped by Venezuelan Consulate in country of origin
  • Purchase Invoice (original), Title and Registration, legalized by the Venezuelan Consulate (Title must be issued in the country of origin and must have been issued at least 11 months)
  • Certificate of Use, legalized by the Venezuelan Consulate, stating vehicle has been in the Customer’s possession for no less than 11 months
• Customer must be present at port with his current drivers license in order to have auto released.
• Failure to comply with any of the above will result in fines levied by port authorities or government offices payable by the Customer.
• Please request latest regulations for autos and motorcycles from the destination agent before shipping.

PETS

• Subject to quarantine
• Non-domestic pets require a Government License and Permit from the Department of Agriculture
• Documents required:
  • Proof of Inoculation
  • Health Certificate
  • Owner’s Passport
  • Customs Form

OTHER INFORMATION

• Strikes and delays with customs are frequent.
• Theft is common so airfreight shipments should be sent in secure wood crates.
• A copy of the original bill of lading must reach the destination agent three working days before the arrival of the vessel so that the containers may be transferred from the docks to a private bonded warehouse for customs inspection at no extra cost to the shipper or the carrier.

NOTE – customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to Uruguay

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO URUGUAY

• Itemized inventory in Spanish, legalized by the Uruguayan Consulate at origin
• Foreigners require a resident visa issued by the Uruguayan Consulate at origin, stamped in the Customer’s passport, or a Certificate of Permanent Residence granted by the Migration Office in Uruguay
  • If above documents are not provided, and Customer is not a permanent resident in Uruguay, Customer will have to deposit a bank guarantee letter, the value of the shipment in cash, or provide a guarantee from his employer. The guarantee is to be returned once the shipment leaves the country or the Customer has obtained a permanent residence.
• A Certificate of Residence, issued by the consulate at origin, stating that the Customer has lived abroad for a minimum period of two years is required for returning Uruguayan citizens
• Bank guarantee letter

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• Shipments must arrive within 90 days of Customer
• Used household goods and personal effects, showing evidence of use, may be duty-free, if owner has lived abroad and owned the items for at least two years, and Customer has a permanent residence
• Non permanent residents may be required to make bank guarantee deposit, refundable when shipment leaves country

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• New household goods subject to duties and value added tax
• Electrical appliances
• Only one of each allowed, except for TV sets
• Bicycles allowed only as part of a household goods shipment
• Works of art and antiques
• Alcohol and tobacco products
• Food
• Jewelry and coins
• Wedding gifts require packing list and a visaed marriage certificate
• Inherited goods require packing list, visaed proof of estate of inheritance, and visaed Death Certificate

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Weapons and ammunition (only sport guns allowed) permit from Ministry of Defense required
• New electrical appliances
• Drugs
• Plants need a Health Certificate
• Pornographic or subversive materials

MOTOR VEHICLES

• New cars are dutiable
• Returning Uruguayan citizens are permitted to import used cars provided they comply with the following requirements:
  • Owner of the auto must have lived abroad for a minimum of three years
  • Auto must have been in the owner’s name for a minimum of three years
  • Owner must apply for authorization from the Ministry of Finance before Customs clearance can begin
• Foreigners are not allowed to import used autos
• Documents required:
  • Commercial Invoice (original)
  • Car title or Certificate of  Register or Matriculation
• IMPORTANT:  These documents must be legalized by Uruguayan Consulate at origin.   An official translation of document into Spanish will also be required (which must be obtained in Uruguay).

PETS

• Health and Vaccination Certificates required

NOTE – customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to the UK, Shipping Household Goods to the UK

This information is prepared by IntlMOVE for IntlMOVE’s customers moving to UK and Shipping Household Goods or Personal Effects from USA to the UK.

If you are moving to UK  and plan to ship your household goods and  personal effects, there are customs regulations in UK you need to consider .
Below are UK’s rules and regulations regarding the importation of used household goods and personal belongings

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO UK AND SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS TO THE UK

The C3 customs form is required to clear each household goods and personal effects shipment through customs. Customs is very strict about this form, and will only accept original forms with original ink signatures, i.e.; fax copies are not accepted.

• Customs Form (Import Declaration), two fully completed originals need to be provided to Customs
• C-3 (Household goods and personal effects for primary residence)
• C-33 (Household goods and personal effects for secondary residence)
• C426 (for diplomatic entry)
• C104A/C104F/C384 (Motor Vehicles)
• C-5 (Pets)
• Valid Passport
• Visa may be required
• Work Permit
• Detailed Inventory of household goods and personal effects  in English, two copies, valued, dated and signed by Customer
• Keys for any locked items

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS FOR MOVING TO UK AND SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS TO THE UK

• Household Goods and Personal effects must arrive within twelve months after Customer or up to six months before customers arrival
• Other regulations vary according to the following:
• Customer moving principal home or returning to the United Kingdom:
  • Used household goods and personal effects including tools of trade, can be duty-free if:
    • Household Goods Items have been in Customer’s own use for at least six months before they are imported
    • Customer can prove that duty and tax have been paid on them prior to arrival in the United Kingdom
    • Customer declares them on C-3
  • Customer entering from outside the EC must have lived at least twelve months abroad and cannot sell, lend or hire out or otherwise dispose of the household goods and personal effects items in the United Kingdom within twelve months of importation, unless Customer obtains Customs authority first
  • Customer who is setting up a secondary home in the United Kingdom
• Customers living in another EC country used household goods
  • Household goods and personal effects can be duty and tax free if:
  • Customer either owns a secondary home in the United Kingdom or is renting one for at least twelve months
  • Household goods and persobnal effects Items have been for Customer’s own use at least three months prior to importation and will not be sold within twelve months after importation
  • Customer can prove that duty and tax have been paid on them prior to arrival in the United Kingdom
  • Customer declares them on C-33
• Customers living outside the EC
  • Used household goods and personal effects can be duty, but not VAT free if:
  • Customer has lived for at least twelve months outside the EC
  • Customer either owns a secondary home in the United Kingdom or is renting one for at least twenty-four months
  • Customer has owned and used the household goods and personal effects items for at least six months before they are imported
  • Customer can not sell, lend, hire out or otherwise dispose of the household goods or personal effects  items in the United Kingdom within twelve months of importation, unless Customs authority is obtained first
  • Customer can prove that duty and tax have been paid on them prior to arrival in the United Kingdom
  • Customer declares them on C-33
  • Special regulations apply to students, newlyweds, visitors, inheritances, those shortly to marry, to goods originating from EC countries, personal antiques (not for resale), etc. Specific details in these cases must be obtained by Customer directly from Embassy/Consulate.

DUTIABLE AND RESTRICTED HOUSEHOLD GOODS ND PERSONAL EFFECTS ITEMS

• New household goods and personal effects  items, if less than six months old (invoice required)
• Alcohol, tobacco and perfume products dutiable and must be declared on Customs Form
• (C-3 or C-33); PRESENCE OF THESE ITEMS CAN RESULT IN FULL INSPECTION OF ENTIRE SHIPMENT (SHOULD NOT BE SHIPPED WITH HOUSEHOLD GOODS.)
• Plants will need a Phytosanitary Certificate

PROHIBITED HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS ITEMS

• Firearms
• Valid Firearms Certificate issued by the police authorities
• All handguns other than certain .22 caliber target pistols, are now illegal in the United Kingdom. Importation is strictly prohibited
• Ammunition, flick knives, explosives and fireworks
• Drugs and narcotics
• Counterfeit currency
• Pornographic material and horror comics
• Meat, poultry, fish and other animal products
• Radio transmitters (CB radios, walkie-talkie, cordless telephones, etc.) not approved for use in the United Kingdom
• Trees, plants, shrubs, seeds, bulbs, soil, potatoes and certain other vegetables and fruits
• Most animals and all birds, whether alive or dead (i.e. stuffed) and certain articles derived from protected endangered species including furskins, ivory, reptile leather and goods made from the endangered species

MOTOR VEHICLES

(Including trailers, boats, aircraft, etc.)

• CUSTOMER’S PRESENCE AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE MAY BE REQUIRED
• Importation for most private vehicles is duty-free if:
  • Owner moving primary residence to the United Kingdom (Customer living outside the EC must have been abroad for more than twelve months) and vehicle has been owned and used abroad by Customer for at least six months
  • Was not purchased under duty/tax-free scheme, is for personal use and is not to be resold within one year of importation
• Declaration to HM Customs – must specify year of manufacture, make, model name, serial number, chassis number, engine number, cubic engine capacity, number of cylinders, whether petrol or diesel, whether left or right hand drive, description of the body, price, the odometer reading, any extra or special features (e.g. automatic transmission) and any defects in the auto that would bring the price down
• Documents Required:
  • Customs Form C104A (Importing vehicle in connection with moving main residence to the United Kingdom)
  • Customs Form C104F (Importing vehicle for a 6-12 month period)
  • Customs Form C384 (Importing vehicle when duty is applicable)
  • Community Transit Document (T2) obtained from Customs office in the country of exportation
  • Registration papers/Title
  • Police Certificate or Registration
  • Insurance Policy
  • Original Purchase Invoice
  • Log Book

PETS

• Very strict restrictions apply
• Health Certificate and proof of inoculation required
• Customs Form C-5 required
• Dogs and cats: six months quarantine required in government approved facility
• Quarantine kennel space limited, must be booked prior to importation
• Import License – not granted until other requirements have been met, and quarantine (six months) in licensed facility has been arranged

NOTE – customs regulations in the UK are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to the UK and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to United Arab Emirates

*NOTE:  CUSTOMERS ARE HAVING PROBLEMS CLEARING THE RESTRICTED ITEMS SHOWN BELOW THROUGH CUSTOMS AND SIGNIFICANT LOSS AND DAMAGE HAVE BEEN REPORTED TO US.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO UAE

• Passport (two clear copies)
• Residence Permit
• Confirmation of Employment Letter
• Detailed inventory (original and two copies) in English
• Insurance Certificate

 

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
• All shipments subject to inspection
• All used household goods and personal effects are duty-free, subject to customer obtaining a Residence Permit
• All new household goods dutiable, determined by customs official

 

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• All political and religious literature needs prior approval from the Ministry
• New items
• Plants and plant material require a Health Certificate
• Medication and foodstuff (subject to special approval and inspection by Ministry of Health), must be packed separately
• Flammable or corrosive items
• Exposed film or other valuables, stamp or coin collections of high value

 

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Firearms, weapons and ammunition (even decorative items of this nature and toy guns are subject to confiscation)
• Alcoholic beverages (including fine wines)
• Narcotics and drugs (including seemingly innocent dried poppy flower arrangements) can lead to very severe legal action and even long prison terms.  (Allowed in reasonable quantities, but subject to analysis)
• Articles dealing with endangered animals and any items made out of ivory
• Wireless transmitters and communications equipment
• All items manufactured by Israeli blacklist and Israeli origin
• False and counterfeit money
• Erotic statues/figurines, idols, made of any metal/clay/glass, etc., defined offensive to Islamic teachings and principles
• Pornographic, political and religious material which might be deemed offensive to the United Arab Emirates government or the Islamic faith.
• Pork meat
• Prohibited articles detained by the Customs authorities may be destroyed without consignee’s consent
• *ALL PRINTED MATTER, BOOKS, PICTURES, RECORDS, FILMS, TAPES, SLIDES, MOVIES, VIDEOS, COMPACT DISCS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, ETC. ARE SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION (MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS AND CLEARLY MARKED ON THE INVENTORY)

 

MOTOR VEHICLES

• Can only be registered with a valid United Arab Emirates Residence Visa
• Duty is applicable on all used motor vehicles
• Documents required:
  • Registration documents from origin
  • Title or Deed
  • Copy of Purchase Invoice
  • Certificate of Origin
  • Copy of Passport
  • Insurance Policy
  • Proof of Ownership
  • Residence Permit
• Cars with tinted glass are not allowed to be imported

 

PETS

• Dogs, cats and birds permitted with Health and Vaccination Certificate issued by the Ministry of Agriculture from origin no more than 10 days before departure.
• Import Permit
• Vaccination Certificate by the Ministry of Agriculture from origin no more than 12 months old and no less than 1 month old.

 

 

 

NOTE – customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

 

Moving to Turkey

*NOTE:  CUSTOMS REGULATIONSAND REQUIRED DOCUMENTSVARY GREATLY ACCORDING TO CUSTOMER’S IMMIGRATION STATUS.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO TURKEY

• Passport for customer and dependents (with valid entry stamp)
• Residence Visa
• Residence Permit
• Work Permit
• Application Letter
• Inventory (showing brand name and serial numbers of electrical appliances)
• Letter of Guarantee issued by customer’s Turkish employer
• Letter authorizing destination agent to clear shipment

CUSTOM REGULATIONS

• ANY CUSTOMER WHO IS A TURKISH CITIZEN MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
• Used household goods and personal effects permitted for import if for customer’s own use
• Household goods must arrive within two months before or six months after the customer’s passport is stamped for entry into Turkey
• Customers that hold a Turkish Passport must have lived abroad for a continuous period in excess of two years in order to import items free of duty that were acquired outside of Turkey

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• Food
• Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products
• Perfume
• Used appliances, electronics, etc. should not be packed in original cartons, or they will be considered new
• Electrical goods should be compatible with the number of family members in the household
  • Duplicate electrical items are dutiable
  • Fax machines and telecommunication equipment are restricted

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Weapons and ammunition
• Narcotics and drugs
• Explosives

MOTOR VEHICLES

• CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE OF ANY VEHICLE
• Vehicle must arrive within three months before or three months after customer’s passport is stamped for entry into Turkey
• Turkish citizens must obtain a labor permit for importation of a motor vehicle
• New vehicles are relatively problem free, but there are restrictions on vehicles over three years old
• A non-Turkish National may avoid taxes and import duty when importing a vehicle in Turkey if a Letter of Guarantee is provided
• If vehicle is included in container with household goods, household goods will not be released until vehicle is cleared
• No minibuses allowed
• Documents required:
  • “Carnet de Passage”
  • Owner’s Passport
  • Residence Permit
  • Purchase Invoice
  • Black Book (motor and chassis number)
  • Letter of Guarantee from Customer

PETS

• Health Certificate required

NOTE – customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to Thailand

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO THAILAND

• Passport (original)
• Non-immigrant visa or resident visa valid for one year
• Work Permit (original) or copy of B.O.I. Letter (to Customs) valid for one year
• It is recommended that the customer coordinate arrival of the shipment with the issuing of the Work Permit to facilitate duty-free entry.
• Inventory (two copies, legible and in English) showing the following details:
  • Manner of packing (carton, wrapped, crated, etc.)
  • For all electrical appliances, the brand name, model and serial number
  • For TVs, the diameter of the picture tube and whether color or black and white
  • Copy of insurance policy (if applicable)
• Shipper’s contact address and phone number

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• CUSTOMER MUST BE IN COUNTRY FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
• All shipments subject to inspection
• Anyone with a full year Work Permit (or one year Visa) and returning Thai residents who have lived more than one year abroad (to frequent traveling back and forth can cause problems with customer) will be considered for duty-free exemption.
• Customer allowed duty-free import of one air and one sea shipment from country of last residence
• Shipment must not arrive before the customer
• Goods must arrive no later than six months after the date on the Work Permit
• Goods must originate from the same country as the customer

DUTIABLE RESTRICTED ITEMS

• New items (over six months old) require invoices
• Alcoholic beverages
• Tobacco products
• Works of art and antiquities
• Especially HIGH DUTIES apply to stereo and video equipment, all appliances, luxury items, carpets, foodstuff, and office equipment
• Only one of each type of electrical appliance is allowed, duplicate appliances will be charged full duties.
• Computers, fax machines and phones can cause problems, may not be considered as household/personal effects, but rather as dutiable office equipment.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Narcotics and drugs
• Medical equipment
• Gold and silver
• Plants (Health Certificate required)
• Several plant and fruits are prohibited (inquire before importing)
• Firearms, weapons, ammunition and dangerous objects (subject to taxes and licensing, which take very long; goods of this type MUST NOT BE INCLUDED in household goods shipment)
• Radio equipment and transmitters of any kind
• Pornographic material

MOTOR VEHICLES

Automobiles may not be imported unless the applicant applies for the permission and receives the permission from the Ministry of Commerce before shipping the automobile into the kingdom. This permission is very difficult to obtain for anyone who is not a diplomat. Duties can be as high as 300% on the value of a new car.

• Automobile Registration from the foreign country
• Driver’s license from the country from which the car was exported
• Original B/L
• Import permit (must be available before the car is shipped to Thailand)

PETS

• Animals subject to duties
• Information such as sex, name, age and breed should be provided to Destination Agent well in advance of importation of animal
• Quarantine may be required
• Documents required:
  • Import Permit
  • Health Certificate providing evidence that rabies vaccination has been administered seven days prior to departure
  • Certificate of Vaccination
  • Pedigree (if available)

Note: It is recommended to send pets as excess baggage where customs clearance and duties may not be applicable.

When sending a loose shipment it is suggested to use a 20ft. container as they are more practical for Bangkok roads.

Only one sea shipment and one air shipment are permitted
Shipper can bring only one of each appliance.

NOTE – Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to Taiwan

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO TAIWAN

• Original Passport for customer and a copy of the Passport for each member of the family
• Birth Certificate (copy) for each child and Marriage License (copy) if applicable
• Residence Visa
• Proof of Employment
• Work Permit (copy) or Alien Resident Certificate (original)
• Certificate of Residence
• Inventory (copy)
• Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment
• Customs Declaration Form (Inward Passenger’s Declaration) for unaccompanied baggage, describing quantity and value of each item, must be made upon customer’s arrival (obtained at the airport); weapons and medicines must be declared
• Customer’s Arrival Certificate (yellow page)

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• CUSTOMER MUST BE IN COUNTRY AT TIME OF CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
• Shipment must arrive within six months of customer
• Used household goods in suitable quantities may be duty-free

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• Tobacco products, currency and gold bullion require an Import Permit
• Wine (Very high duty and tax – 280%)
• New items and appliances (new or used)
  • New items should be repacked to avoid or reduce duties
• Electrical items such as TVs, computers, stereos, etc. are dutiable and limited to one of each type per family
• Pianos and carpets

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Alcohol
• Weapons (including toy weapons), hunting knives, bows, firearms, ammunition and explosives (presence of these items in shipment will result in serious troubles for the customer)
• Drugs (non-prescription of various kinds)
• Pornography and politically sensitive literature
• Gambling tools
• Food, plants, trees, soil and vegetables
• Items whose export/import is prohibited by Washington Treaty such as taxidermied animals, wild animal fur, insect speciments, corals and sea shells, etc.
• Uncooked meat and poultry
• All items (publications and articles) from the PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF CHINA (P.R.C.) should not be shipped as it is strictly prohibited in the Republic of China/Taiwan, and will be charged to return costs.

If a shipment contains animal fur such as lion skin, leopard skin, a mink coat, ivory or any endangered species, the owner must obtain city’s approval from origin country before sending mentioned items to Taiwan

MOTOR VEHICLES

• DO NOT SHIP WITH HOUSEHOLD GOODS
• Import Permit required, fully describing car
• Duties and taxes apply
• Autos under a year old or over ten years old are prohibited
• Auto must have been in customer’s name for more than one year
• Only one auto allowed, which must operate with lead-free gasoline
• Documents required:
  • Owner’s Passport
  • Owner’s Residence Visa
  • Purchase Invoice
  • Work Certificate
  • Driver’s License
  • Registration/Title
  • Letter from customer’s employer
  • Description of vehicle – make, model, year, color, engine number, number of doors, right or left hand drive, air conditioned, radio, etc.

Automobiles should not be shipped until the Import Permit is obtained

Untitled new autos or autos more than ten years old cannot be imported

Duty and Tax Rates:

• Under 2,000 cc – 30% duty, 25% commodity tax, 5% VAT, 0.5% harbor tax
• 2,001 – 3,600 cc – 30% duty, 35% commodity tax, 5% VAT, 0.5% harbor tax
• Over 3600 cc – 30% duty, 60% commodity tax, 5% VAT, 0.5% harbor tax

PETS

• Quarantine required (time varies)
  • After quarantine period the pet should be kept under continuous supervision on the owners premises for 6 months
• Documents required:
  • Import Permit
  • Work Certificate
  • Copy of owner’s Passport with first three pages and entry form
  • Residence Certificate (copy)
  • Application form to Bureau of Commodity Inspection and Quarantine (issued by owner’s company in Taiwan)
  • Letter stating pet is not for sale or profit
  • Original Health Certificate (from licensed veterinarian at origin, certified by foreign veterinary authority and Agricultural Bureau of State stating pet species, breed, sex and age)
  • Original Rabies Vaccination Certificate (must be administered 30 days prior to the flight, but not more than 180 days prior to departure and be certified by Agricultural Bureau of State)
  • Six colored photographs of pet (front view and profile) 6 copies each 4X6

NOTE – Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to Swaziland

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• DA 304, PI 160 and CA 101
• Passport
• Temporary / Permanent residence documents
• Invoice
• Inventory

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

As most goods are cleared through customs in the Republic of South Africa (due to Swaziland being land-locked), South African customs formalities are applied and accepted by the Swaziland customs authorities as they share a common customs union agreement.Non-Swaziland residents can only apply for a temporary residence permit, which is valid for between 2-5 years, depending on the length of the contract with their employer in Swaziland, and the discretion of the Swaziland Government.

VEHICLES

• Customs form C104/A
• Document showing that the vehicle has been in the owner’s use and possession abroad for more than one year before the importation of the vehicle (original purchase invoice, insurance certificate, etc.).
  • Valid firearm certificate
  • Import license issued to the owner by the Police authorities
  • Narcotics and drugs
  • Pornographic books and magazines
  • Walkie-talkies
  • Radios
  • Certain feathers, furs, skins and tusks of animals coming under the protected species regulations

One (1) car per family allowed.

Duty free entry is allowed if: the vehicles (cars, motorcycles, mopeds) will not be sold or otherwise disposed of for two years after the date of importation.

PLANTS

Plants and vegetable products require a phytosanitary certificate.

PETS

An import license is granted after the owner has made arrangements for the period of quarantine with a licensed kennel.

FIREARMS

PROHIBITED ITEMS

NOTE – Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

Moving to Sweden

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO SWEDEN

• Inventory (duplicate in English, French, German or Swedish) three copies showing detailed contents of each carton (”PBO” “packed by owner” or MISC. “miscellaneous”, not accepted) Important to avoid extra charges if Customs officer has to examine because of improperly completed inventory.
• Swedish Customs Form (Foersaekran Foer Flyttsakstullfrihet) to be signed by owner and witnessed in Sweden
• Diplomatic personnel: Special permit form Swedish Foreign Department and inventory

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

• CUSTOMER MUST BE IN SWEDEN FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
• Used household goods and personal effects are duty-free provided:
  • Goods have been in owner’s possession and used abroad for at least one year
  • Immigrants or returning Swedish citizens must have been abroad for more than a year and intend to take up permanent residence in Sweden for at least one year
• Should the goods arrive before Customer, goods can be bonded at the destination agent’s warehouse or a Swedish freeport. Additional costs will be charged to the Customer.

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

• New items (less than one year old)
• Medicine (prescription required)
• Firearms, weapons, ammunition, fireworks and explosives (Import License issued by the Swedish Police required)
• Alcohol and tobacco products
  • Alcohol in shipment will delay clearance and incur extra charges for Customer, strongly advise not to include with household goods
  • If alcohol is included in shipment, taxes are applicable and separate inventory required
• Wedding gifts and inherited articles

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Narcotics and drugs
• Wireless telephones
• Switchblades
• Skins and ivory from animals on the Endangered Species List
• Live plants

MOTOR VEHICLES

• CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
• Customers who qualify for duty-free import of household goods MAY also qualify for duty-free import of a vehicle
• IF OWNED AND USED ABROAD FOR MORE THAN ONE YEAR AND NOT TO BE SOLD FOR AT LEAST ONE YEAR AFTER IMPORTATION
• One vehicle per person is allowed to be imported
• ALL Customers must contact Customs regarding new regulations in effect for catalytic converters
• Any environmental fee will be for Customer’s account
• Documents required:
  • Certificate of Registration
  • Purchase invoice identifying price, date and place of purchase
  • Customs form (separate from household goods)
  • Insurance documents from country of origin
  • “Interims insurance” issued by Swedish insurance company

PETS

• Permission from the Department of Agriculture, health examination by veterinarian and Import Permit issued by the National Board of Agriculture is required
• Four months quarantine for cats and dogs

NOTE – Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove, Inc. cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.

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